Man City and Arsenal linked with Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi

Manchester City and Arsenal have been linked with a move for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Mirror Football.

The report claims the Premier League pair are among the clubs monitoring Bouaddi, whose performances at Lille have caught the attention of scouts. No formal bid has been mentioned, but interest is said to be growing.

Mirror Football's update also includes an admission from the Lille coach regarding Bouaddi's situation, which has further fuelled speculation about a possible departure from the Ligue 1 side.

With the summer window still to open, both Manchester City and Arsenal will likely weigh up their options as they look to strengthen their midfields. Related match highlights involving these clubs can be found on this site.